PhD Economics at Northeastern University

The PhD in Economics offers specializations in industrial organization, competition policy and regulatory economics, and in labor economics. It has two phases: coursework with three qualifying exams, then dissertation proposal, candidacy and defense.

Faculty: College of Social Sciences and Humanities  |  Department: Department of Economics  |  Duration: 48 semester hours (entering students); 32 semester hours (advanced entry); dissertation defense normally in fifth year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

Required courses in advanced mathematics and statistics, advanced applied econometrics, microeconomic and macroeconomic theory (levels 1 and 2), four field courses in Labor Economics and Industrial Organization, one elective and dissertation terms. Qualifying exams in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics. Minimum 3.500 GPA.

Career pathways

Practical Experience in Applied Economics program features practitioners from consulting and government.

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